Ronald Acuña Jr., an outfielder for the Atlanta Braves, took part in team workouts and batting practice on Thursday following positive news about his right knee injury.
Acuña was anticipated to be ready for Opening Day after being diagnosed with inflammation in his right knee earlier this week. He was given permission to progressively start playing baseball. If all goes as planned, Acuña might soon be back in the Braves lineup here.
Additional Braves News:
The Braves’ spring breakout lineup is led by outfielder Luis Guanipa, who is joined by Owen Murphy and Spencer Schwellenbach.
The Atlanta Braves defeated the Boston Red Sox 3-2 thanks to a home run by Michael Harris II and a good showing from Bryce Elder.
MLB News
We’re continuing our series of team-by-team season previews with the Chicago Cubs.
Abraham Almonte, a former outfielder for the Braves, has joined the Mexican League’s Olmecas de Tabasco.
Brayan Bello, a right-hander, inked a six-year deal extension with the Boston Red Sox that included a $55 million guarantee. There is a 2030 club option included in the arrangement.
Caleb Kilian, a right-hander with the Chicago Cubs, will miss many months due to a teres major injury. He should be back around the time of the All-Star break.
